AGM
THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2024 - 6:30 PM
Please join us for our Blessed Sacrament Parish Annual General Meeting on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 6:30 pm. We will meet in the church hall, where we will gather to reflect on the past year and discuss important matters concerning our parish community’s future. We will have a question box available at the entrance of the church leading up to the event for you to submit any queries or suggestions. We look forward to your presence and participation.
ESS Silent Auction
APRIL 24 - MAY 1st 9:00PM
The day is finally here! The ESS Silent Auction is live and closes Wednesday May 1st at 9pm. You will need to create a 32auctions.com account to view and bid on the auction. It’s free and easy to set up an account. Trust us, you don’t want to miss out! With over 140 items there’s something for everyone.
Next Steps:
1. Create an account with 32auctions.com
2. Browse all the fabulous items
3. Bid
What happens next:
Pick up your items at ESS on Friday May 3rd. Payment is due at time of pick up.
Feast of the Divine Mercy
CHAPLET OF DIVINE MERCY
On Sunday, April 7th, Feast of the Divine Mercy, the normal adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will take place, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.. In addition, for this special occasion, the Legion of Mary has organized, starting at 2:30 p.m., the recitation of the Chaplet of Divine Mercy and a short presentation by Fr. Edmond. Refreshments will be served in the parish hall after the Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, at about 6:30 p.m.
Estate and Memorial Planning Seminar
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
PRESENTED BY THE ARCHDIOCESE OF VANCOUVER
What: Estate and Memorial Planning Seminar
When: Saturday, April 27, 2024, 10 AM – 11:30 AM
Where: Blessed Sacrament Parish, Vancouver
This free presentation given by the Archdiocese of Vancouver provides general information about the importance of a Will, choosing the right Executor, the Probate, the Power of Attorney, guardianship, and the tax benefits of charitable giving, plus a few words on advance health care planning.
Gardens of Gethsemani will also present about the funeral rite, sacred burial, and making pre-need funeral arrangements.
You will receive a complimentary Estate and Memorial Planning Guide, online tools, and practical resources.
Refreshments and snacks will be served.
PLEASE REGISTER THROUGH THIS LINK:
https://planning.rcav.org/blessed-sacrament
For more information, please contact Blessed Sacrament Parish 604-874-3636 or info@blessedsacramentvancouver.com
Project Advance 2024
THANK YOU!
We have reached our goal!
Project Advance 2024: Congratulations! We have reached our goal of $40,000! It would be amazing if we could greatly surpass this goal for the Seismic Upgrade of the School. We ask for your prayers and for your tangible contributions via cash, cheque, credit card, e-transfer (autodeposit.bsacr@rcav.org) or through the rcav.org website. Our total collected to date is $50,410.
Thank you for your continued generosity.
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RMS VANCOUVER
Join us for a wonderful evening in the company of seminarians and friends as we celebrate the seminary's 9th Annual Gala. This event will help us raise funds necessary to continue the mission of the RMS in Vancouver.
*Use discount codes GALADINNER or GALADINNERTABLE and save! Valid until April 1st, 2024.
REGISTER YOUR CHILD TODAY!
Kindergarten 2024-2025 Registrations are open
École St-Sacrement (ESS) is a Roman Catholic, French Immersion elementary school (K-7) with over 200 students, situated near Vancouver General Hospital in an historically French-Canadian neighbourhood next to Vancouver’s only Francophone church, Paroisse St-Sacrement. Parents participate actively in various school events and/or routine duties, logging 40 hours per year. Belonging to the Catholic Independent Schools of Vancouver Archdiocese, ESS emphasizes educating the whole child: spiritually, emotionally, physically and intellectually.
SHARE LENT
Friday, March 1 - 12:00 - 2:00pm
Development & Peace - Caritas Canada is hosting Karno Batiran as our Lenten solidarity Visitor.
With 18 years of experience organizing & facilitating Rural Communities, and currently pursuing a Doctorate in Environment & Forestry Governance - Karno, D&P’s Local Partner, organized young Farmers to develop Sustainable Agriculture, Alternative Energy, Appropriate Technology, and Sustainable Livelihood Solutions.
“Agriculture is increasingly abandoned and youths migrate to the city. Agriculture is becoming an aging sector.” -Karno Batiran
For Registration & Info., contact Parish: 604-874-3636
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13 - 2:00 - 7:30PM
Location: church basement
"Here's the One who can take away your fears... Come and see..."
Starting on January 15th, every MONDAY + THURSDAY at 7:00pm
Presented by Fr. Gilbert and catechists from the Neocatechumenal Way.
For more information please contact the parish.
Blessed Sacrament Parish has renewed its subscription to FORMED,
where you will find more than 4,000 Catholic studies, movies, audio dramas, talks,
e-books and even cartoons for children!
Blessed Sacrament Parish and The Augustine Institute have partnered to bring our parishioners a free annual subscription to Formed.org. Think of it like ‘Netflix for Catholics’ which includes over 4,000 movies, documentaries, books, audiobooks, podcasts, study materials, and so much more! Now you can experience all the truth, beauty, and meaning of the Catholic faith on your computer, tablet, or smartphone, whenever and wherever you want!
To access your free subscription please click HERE.
When asked to list your parish, type “Blessed Sacrament Parish” (if you can’t find it, enter our parish postal code (V7Z 3K3)
Enter your name and email address
Download the FORMED App!
Download the FORMED app to your iOS or Android device to access FORMED on the go.
Watch these short videos for further instructions.
Once you’re in, be sure to check out award-winning programs like Presence: The Mystery of the Eucharist.
Archbishop Michael Miller will visit our parish and school from
December 1st to December 3rd
The Archbishop will celebrate the 5pm mass on Saturday
On Sunday December 3rd we will have only one mass at 10:30am in English and French
Archbishop Michael Miller will celebrate the Installation Mass of Fr. Gilbert.
Please join us!
Sale after mass - November 18-19 and November 25 - 26
Purchase raffle tickets and support our parish! $2 per ticket
The draw will take place on December 10th at 2:00pm in the school gym.
All proceeds will go toward supporting the annual Senior's Christmas Brunch.
Sunday, November 26th, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Join the ESS community for this family fun and festive annual event!
Thursday, November 23rd at 5:00pm
Bienvenue à l’École St-Sacrement | Welcome to Blessed Sacrament School
Interested in Catholic French-Immersion education? RSVP to our school's Kindergarten Open House today!
When: Thursday, November 23, 2023
Where: Kindergarten classroom at ESS (3020 Heather St. Vancouver BC)
Who: All parents of prospective kindergarten students and those interested in our school
ABOUT ESS
École St-Sacrement is a Roman Catholic, French Immersion elementary school (K-7) with over 200 students, situated near Vancouver General Hospital in an historically French-Canadian neighbourhood next to Vancouver’s only Francophone church, Paroisse St-Sacrement. Parents participate actively in various school events and/or routine duties, logging 40 hours per year. Belonging to the Catholic Independent Schools of Vancouver Archdiocese, Blessed Sacrament emphasizes educating the whole child: spiritually, emotionally, physically and intellectually. For more information, please, click on the Admissions tab above.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 & 10
Second Collection: Healing & Reconciliation
This weekend's second collection is for Healing and Reconciliation. Your tax-deductible gift to this collection will continue to support our Indigenous brothers and sisters in the following ways:
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Healing and reconciliation initiatives for communities and families affected by past injustices
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Culture and language revitalization projects aimed at preserving and celebrating Indigenous heritage
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Education and community-building initiatives that empower individuals and promote unity
Learn more and donate today: rcav.org/healing-and-reconciliation
Thank you for your generous support!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 8AM - 6PM
You can't miss it! "Upper Room is a conference that inspires and connects hundreds of Catholics in pursuit of transforming their parishes into missionary outposts."
OUR ANNUAL SJB FESTIVAL IS BACK!
We thank God that we can once again gather in our community. There will be an International Food, Flea Market, 50/50 draw, Entertainment, and Children's games. Join us on Saturday, June 24th from 10:00am - 3:00pm in the courtyard of the parish.
If you would like to help or participate in anyway, please contact the parish.
Urgent Help Needed for Earthquake Survivors
Millions of Syrians were shaken awake by disaster on Feb. 6, and found their lives, like the buildings around them, reduced to rubble. CNEWA’s on-the-ground church partners are responding quickly to provide bedding, food, medicine, milk, nursing formula and diapers to more than 2,000 families seeking emergency shelter in convents, parish halls and schools. At this critical moment, your generous and prayerful support is more than necessary — it is vital to their survival. Will you be a lifeline to so many women, children and elderly people who have nowhere else to turn? Please donate online at rcav.org/syria
Get thousands of enriching Catholic movies, programs, audio, and books
instantly on FORMED (for FREE) when you sign up!
Blessed Sacrament Parish and The Augustine Institute have partnered to bring our parishioners a free annual subscription to Formed.org. Think of it like ‘Netflix for Catholics’ which includes over 4,000 movies, documentaries, books, audiobooks, podcasts, study materials, and so much more! Now you can experience all the truth, beauty, and meaning of the Catholic faith on your computer, tablet, or smartphone, whenever and wherever you want!
To access your free subscription please click HERE.
When asked to list your parish, type “Blessed Sacrament Parish” (if you can’t find it, enter our parish postal code (V7Z 3K3)
Enter your name and email address
Download the FORMED App!
Download the FORMED app to your iOS or Android device to access FORMED on the go.
Watch these short videos for further instructions.
Once you’re in, be sure to check out award-winning programs like Presence: The Mystery of the Eucharist.
75th Anniversary Historical Souvenir Book
for Blessed Sacrament Parish
IPC Canada Photo Services will be taking professional photographs of all our parishioners beginning in September.
We invite all of you to participate in having your photos taken as you are part of our Church community and family!
Father Miguel already had his photos taken and he would appreciate the gift to see all of you in the Souvenir Book.
IPC Photo Services books a 30-minute photoshoot session per family.
They will be in the church basement.
During the session, you can have many photos taken: individual, couples, or family
For photoshoot Dates and Times in October, please contact the parish office.
Right after the session you will be able to choose:
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The photo you would like in the 75th Anniversary book
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The free printed 8”x10” photo you would like
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Have the opportunity to order more photos at a reduced cost
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You will receive a free 75th Anniversary Booklet when it is printed!
How do you book your photoshoot session?
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Call the Parish Office to sign up (604-874-3636)
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After the Masses, there will be volunteers who can assist you to book your session.
How can you help?
We will need volunteers to help greet families when they arrive for the photoshoots and assist where needed. Please call the office if you would like to help out during the actual photoshoot period. Please see the dates and time below.
Thank you for your participation! We look forward to seeing you!
New Parish Priest - Reverend Gilbert Nuñez
We welcome Father Gilbert Nunez as the new Pastor of Blessed Sacrament Parish!
Father Gilbert officially began his Pastoral journey at our Parish on Sunday, July 31st. Father Gilbert was ordained in Kaohsiung, Taiwan in 2000, and was the vice-rector at the Redemptoris Mater Seminary in Kaohsiung before his assignment as Rector of the Archdiocesan Missionary Seminary Redemptoris Mater of Vancouver from 2013 to 2021.
Let us welcome him to our Parish community with open arms and prayers!
Farewell Fr. Miguel
In June, the school and parish bid Fr. Miguel farewell - may the Lord bless him all his life and repay him a hundredfold for his mission in our parish!
Parishioners celebrated with many festivities and a mass on the 75th Anniversary of the parish.
Pope Francis in Canada
Papal Visit Dates: July 24 - 29, 2022
As we prepare to welcome Pope Francis to Canada, we invite Catholics from across the country to participate in this historic journey in a number of different ways. In addition to television coverage of papal events, visit www.papalvisit.ca to access more than 10 livestream links of coverage featuring interpretation in many languages (including Indigenous languages), as well as livestream links from Vatican TV including commentary.
Salt & Light Catholic Media Foundation has a dedicated site for information and broadcast details for the papal visit - https://slmedia.org/popeincanada.
Novalis has also produced a digital resource that includes texts for all the liturgies presided by Pope Francis, prayers as well as reflections on the significance of the Papal Visit. To download the resource, visit livingwithchrist.ca.
We invite you to pray for the Holy Father and all those involved in this historic journey of healing, reconciliation and hope.